Building Engineer

Portman•Atlanta, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Building Engineer reports to the Chief Engineer and will be responsible for providing a wide variety of general maintenance repairs relating to an assigned portfolio of properties while providing clients (owners and tenants) with the highest level of client service available. The Building Engineer may receive directions from the Lead Engineer and Property Management. The role has the primary responsibility of property maintenance and upkeep to ensure tenant satisfaction. Troubleshoot and investigate issues related to the building’s systems, including HVAC, plumbing, lighting, and fire alarm safety, and manage light administrative tasks to document activities.

Requirements

Three years’ general maintenance experience
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks
Effective in building relationships with a wide variety of individuals
Ability to perform calmly under hectic conditions, including building emergencies
Self-starter with the ability to work with little supervision
Detail-oriented with the ability to organize and prioritize tasks effectively
Must be able to work in a team environment, which is often hectic, as well as in emergencies, which require calm composure
Must be able to move about the property utilizing stairs, ladders, and lift to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

High School diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Approved/sanctioned Technical Institution and/or College or University in one or more of the following fields preferred: Electrical, Construction, Building Life Safety Systems, Plumbing, Mechanical/HVAC Systems, Maintenance Administrator (SMA) or Systems Maintenance Technician (SMT) designation through BOMI preferred or equivalent on-the-job training or experience in one or more of the above-listed fields.

Responsibilities

Become proficient with the Yardi Facility Manager, online service request system
Responsible for the overall maintenance of the building and building equipment
Perform routine building inspections according to company policy on both building common areas, customer space, and exterior
Become proficient with the daily operation of the BMS and its sequences to ensure correct function
Become proficient in reading building As-Builds and MEP drawings
Investigate and monitor customer maintenance requests
Record keeping and organization of tasks
Install and repair new and existing plumbing fixtures and accessories
Install and repair various types of electrical fixtures, including lamp and ballast replacement
Install and repair electrical devices (switches, receptacles, breakers, etc.)
Perform minor maintenance and repair of HVAC equipment, including filter changes
Become proficient with monitoring customer space temperatures and making adjustments when needed
Assist with any building-related mechanical maintenance issues when required
Assist contractors with life safety alarm systems and water-based or dry fire protection systems shutdowns, testing, and restoration to service
Be responsible for accurate and timely record keeping and reporting
Assist in inclement-weather preparedness and response
Foster a positive and productive working relationship with each customer in the building to ensure the best customer service experience and overall customer satisfaction
Become proficient in workplace safety in Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Roofing, and Life Safety
Be available for emergency calls at night, weekends, and holidays on a rotating schedule. During your on-call week, the job requires your availability from time to time after regular business hours, including Saturday, Sunday, or holidays